Coaching Accreditation Programme Enhancing the quality of conversations in school communities

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1 Coaching Accreditation Programme Enhancing the quality of conversations in school communities Programmes in the UK offered through Growth Coaching United Kingdom Programmes in New Zealand offered in association with The Education Group Ltd Public Programmes in Queensland offered in association with QELi Queensland Education Leadership Institute Ltd GROWTHCOACHING.COM.AU

2 2 What is the purpose of the programme? Growth Coaching International s popular has been designed for leaders in the school education sector who are committed to significantly building their coaching and leadership skills in order to confidently lead coaching conversations with staff, students and even parents. Who can apply? Education directors, school principals, heads of educational organisations departments Head office personnel, including education consultants, HR managers and professional development managers Deputy principals, assistant principals and head teachers Teachers aspiring to leadership roles Education counsellors and senior assistants Schools, regions and dioceses who wish to host the programme in house. What makes this different to other coaching programmes available? It is designed and presented by experienced educators with a strong background in curriculum design and delivery. GCI coaches and facilitators have decades of experience in educational leadership settings and have coached and trained thousands of educational leaders across the country, and internationally It is able to be delivered as a public programme or can be delivered in-house within regions, Dioceses or clusters of schools to build internal leadership coaching capability. (Special pricing arrangements apply for in house programmes) The programme includes a mixture of 4 workshop contact days, external independent learning modes and optional individual coaching that creates flexibility in the learning process A comprehensive training manual (200+ pages) and workbook is included along with an innovative text, An Introduction to Coaching Skills: A Practical Guide. Written by Dr Christian van Nieuwerburgh Managing Director, Growth Coaching U.K. and Senior Lecturer in Coaching Psychology at the University of East London. Also included in the materials pack is the best-selling - The Leadership Coaching Guide: growing you and your school The programme addresses the following different needs of participants: For leaders and consultants, it builds a sophisticated degree of coaching competence and confidence so you can lead, manage and influence others more effectively than ever before For all participants, it provides greater work opportunities by adding coaching to your career options and skill set.

3 3 Successful completion of the 4 phases of this programme, including a written assignment, provides: What does accreditation status provide? Recognition of 37 hours of training that can contribute to an International Coaching Federation credential Mastery and accreditation status with GCI s 8 Step Coaching System. As part of this arrangement fully accredited participants receive: Access to all materials associated with the GROWTH coaching process such as photocopiable templates and checklists, and other coaching support resources Permission to add Growth Coaching International Accredited Coach to your business card Opportunity to be part of the GCI coaching projects, if appropriate. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) towards Masters of Educational Leadership programmes with several Australian Universities including, University of Tasmania, University of New England, Charles Darwin University, University of WA and Edith Cowan University. Further, Accredited Experiential Learning can be gained at post coaching degree level with the University of East London. This 4 Phase programme involves: Phase 1 2 day workshop Phase 2 Flexible external learning phase including telephone coaching, readings, coaching practice and coaching-inaction project Phase 3 2 day workshop Phase 4 Optional 6 individual coaching sessions plus completion of coaching project 3 Choices in Optional Phase 4: 1. Coaching Accreditation Pathway 2. Coaching Accreditation Plus Pathway 3. Skill Sharpening Pathway Growth Coaching International 2014

4 4 Phase 1 What is the specific content covered in the programme? 2 day workshop This phase will provide a balance of theory and practical application, including significant modelling of coaching practice. Participants will have opportunities to practise coaching in a highly supportive environment. Introduction and intensive training in the following concepts and coaching applications will be provided: What have other clients said about the GCI Coaching Accreditation Programme? Extremely relevant to my role and job. This has given me an approach and range of strategies which will enable me to address many of those difficult issues and people which I might otherwise put in the too hard basket. Tim Baker Principal, Geographe Primary School, WA Definitions: What coaching is and isn t The GCI 3 Pillars of Good Coaching Practice The 8 Step GROWTH coaching model: An in-depth exploration of each step in the GROWTH model 8 key coaching skills The coaches Way of Being including Emotional Intelligence, values and coaching presence Goal setting Overview of Coaching with Solutions Focus, the theoretical perspective underpinning the GCI approach Telephone coaching: tips and techniques These 2 days will include practical modelling and practising of coaching skills, methods and techniques. Phase 2 Flexible external learning phase, including telephone coaching, readings, videos, personalised coaching practice sessions and coaching-in-action project (No travel involved) A thorough outline of expectations of Phase 2 will be provided at the Phase 1 workshop. Phase 2 serves to build on and reinforce concepts introduced during Phase 1. This phase will include: Modelling by GCI facilitators on the GROWTH coaching model and a recommended structure of individual practice sessions focussing on: Setting the foundation, co-creating the relationship, planning and goal setting Creating awareness and designing actions Managing a coaching conversation relationship issues and effective communication skills Giving feedback and facilitating learning and results Participants coaching each other based on the materials covered to date Telephone coaching skill development

5 5 Participants commencing a practical coaching assignment involving a personal client e.g. direct report, colleague etc. with direct coaching/mentoring support provided by GCI coach Participants will explore typical coaching scenarios and be provided with a range of tools and techniques to address those in the coaching process. This will include goals associated with leadership development, team leadership and school improvement. Phase 3 2 day programme A significant focus of phase 3 includes input and modelling on giving feedback in coaching. This Phase will again have a highly participatory focus. Specifically, the 2 days will address: Thank you!!! This has been the most valuable course I have done for a very long time. I feel energised to try new things and can see a way forward. Susan Walkerden Principal, Liverpool Public School, NSW Review of coaching experiences to date Giving feedback in coaching: Positive, In-the-moment and Challenging feedback Facilitating change in coaching Establishing the right environment for successful coaching Identification of individual coaching goals for skill/knowledge development Additional coaching resources, tools, techniques and practice opportunities Leadership coaching: Practical and ethical issues including, establishing a coaching agreement, accountability and record tracking Action planning through a group coaching process. Phase 4 Optional Phase 4 is optional but is a required if you seek accreditation in the GCI coaching system and rights to use GCI coaching systems and materials in your practice. Participants are also eligible to apply for university RPL status with certain universities with the completion of this phase. An additional assignment and readings are often required for those who seek university RPL status. Note: Once GCI Accreditation is achieved a formal agreement is entered into providing GCI Accredited Coach status for a 3 year period. Further continuing professional development is required to extend Accreditation status beyond the initial 3 year period. This will involve 45 hours of professional development over 3 years. The only required professional development activity during that period is participation in the GCI Solution Focus Master Class. Other forms of professional development including coaching supervision, reading, conferences and other workshops and webinars can count towards those 45 hours. For more information visit Growth Coaching International 2014

6 6 We offer 3 distinct options in Phase GCI Standard Accreditation Pathway Involves 6 x 1 hour phone coaching sessions that focuses on providing additional individual coaching together with complete exposure to the GCI coaching system. This option requires: Excellent, wellstructured, very supportive and positive (although challenging). Carmel Flynn School Community Development Officer, Brisbane Catholic Education, QLD Completion of 6 coaching sessions with a real client Written reflective practice assignment to post graduate standard, including familiarity with current coaching research literature and appropriate referencing Coachee to coach the coach and receive detailed written feedback A high level of commitment to building coaching capability and to the practise of coaching in current or future roles. NB: Progression to full accreditation with GCI is not automatic. Participants will need to achieve high skill levels in coaching practice and demonstrate the ability to reflect insightfully about their coaching, developing strategies to move from good to great as a coach. 2. GCI Accreditation Plus Pathway. This option includes 7 x 1 hour phone coaching sessions and covers all points included in Option 2. In addition this option also includes detailed feedback on the written bridging assignment required for application into the University of East London (UEL) programmes and assistance with UEL application. NB: Acceptance into the UEL (or other) postgraduate coaching programmes is not automatic. Participants will need to: Achieve high skill levels in coaching practice Demonstrate, in the written assignments, insightful thinking in relation to coaching in educational contexts together and a familiarity with current research, including appropriate referencing Demonstrate the ability to reflect insightfully about their coaching, developing strategies to move from being a good to great coach. NB: The above 2 Phase 4 options also provide the opportunity for participants to undertake an assessment tool of choice* to develop increased knowledge and appreciation of the value of assessment tools in the coaching process and to learn more about your work preferences and personality style. * An additional cost is involved for the assessment tool so completion of this is not mandatory. Choice includes: Team Management Systems TMP, Human Synergistics LSI 360 feedback instrument, Everything DiSC Workplace Profile, Myers Briggs Type Indicator or Genos EQ360 NB: At the present time the UEL option is not available to UK based participants.

7 7 3. Skill Sharpening Pathway. Involves 3 x 40 minute phone coaching sessions that focus on providing additional individual coaching to support the workshop learning in participant s selected coaching skill development area. There is no requirement for a written assignment. This option does not lead to GCI accreditation. Some participants may also choose to conclude their involvement in the Coaching Accreditation Programme at the conclusion of Phase 3, deciding not to pursue any of these Phase 4 options. Course participants who complete all four phases of this programme may make individual applications for admission to the Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma or MSc in Coaching Psychology, a distance learning or campus-based programme offered by UEL in the United Kingdom. Candidates who (i) submit a satisfactory piece of additional written work as specified by UEL, to UEL, (ii) perform satisfactorily in an online interview with UEL and (iii) meet any other admissions requirements may (at UEL s absolute discretion) be granted exemption from the module Coaching in Education ( Module code: GCM253). NB: At the present time the UEL option is not available to UK based participants. For N.S.W Participants QTC Registered Professional Development. Completing Phase 1 to 3 of Coaching Accreditation Program will contribute 30 hours of QTC Registered PD addressing 3.1.4, 3.5.4, 6.1.4, 6.2.4, and from the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards maintaining Lead Teacher Accreditation in NSW. Growth Coaching International 2014

8 8 Australia What are the Programme Fees? The balance of knowledge, activity, humour, music and peer learning was fabulous! Thank you very much. I like the way you do it! Karen Dymke Coach/Project Manager, Upper Yarra Secondary, VIC Phases 1, 2 and 3 Includes all training and contact hours plus all meals at the 4 workshop days as well as GCI coaching manual and workbook, coaching folder and inserts and Leadership Coaching Guide. (Phase 4 also includes coaching folder and inserts) Note: All prices are quoted below are in Australian Dollars and are exclusive of 10% GST. GST is payable on all programmes conducted in Australia and for all assessment tools. PLUS Assessment tool (Optional) Fee varies according to tool of choice selected by participant ranging from AUD$110 ex GST through to multi rater feedback tools at fees up to AUD$540 ex GST. Phases 1,2 and 3 Standard Rate Payment 2 weeks prior to programme commencement. Note: AUD$1,995 ex GST Participants will also cover their own costs for telephone connections associated with Phase 2 coaching practice and mentoring discussions In the event that a participant is unable to attend the entire programme in one venue and requests to attend alternate workshop day/s, an administration fee of AUD$200 (excluding GST) will be applicable. Phase 4 (Optional) 1. GCI Standard Accreditation Pathway $1,900 ex GST 6 one-on-one 1 hour telephone coaching sessions Plus much more (see page 7 for details). These fees also include marking of coaching assignments and feedback. 2. GCI Accreditation Plus Pathway $2,200 ex GST 7 one-on-one 1 hour telephone coaching sessions Includes Option 1 as above Plus feedback on UEL application. 3. Skill Sharpening Pathway $600 ex GST 3 one-on-one 40 minute telephone coaching sessions. Note: This option does not lead to GCI accreditation. Participants will also cover their own costs for telephone connections associated with Phase 4 coaching practice and mentoring discussions Coaching session dates and times will be mutually arranged Where a coaching appointment is cancelled with less than 24 hours notice an additional fee of AUD$300 (excluding GST) will be charged.

9 9 New Zealand Phases 1,2 and 3 Includes all training and contact hours, all meals at the 4 workshop days as well as GCI coaching manual, inserts, workbook, and Leadership Coaching Guide. PLUS Assessment tool (Optional) Superb great value for money! So well organised promoted. Challenging, deep reflection in a fun way! Virginia Moller Principal, Kamaroi Rudolf Steiner School, NSW Fee varies according to tool of choice selected by participant ranging from NZ$120 ex GST through to NZ$600 ex GST. Phases 1,2 and 3 Standard Rate Payment 2 weeks prior to programme commencement. Note: NZ$2,195 ex GST Participants will also cover their own costs for telephone connections associated with Phase 2 coaching practice and mentoring discussions. Phase 4 (Optional) 1. GCI Standard Accreditation Pathway NZ$2,090 ex GST 6 one-on-one 1 hour telephone coaching sessions Plus much more (see page 7 for details). These fees also include marking of coaching assignments and feedback. 2. GCI Accreditation Plus Pathway NZ$2,420 ex GST 7 one-on-one 1 hour telephone coaching sessions Includes Option 1 as above Plus feedback on UEL application. 3. Skill Sharpening Pathway NZ$660 ex GST Note: 3 one-on-one 40 minute telephone coaching sessions. This option does not lead to GCI accreditation. Participants will also cover their own costs for telephone connections associated with Phase 4 coaching practice and mentoring discussions Coaching session dates and times will be mutually arranged Where a coaching appointment is cancelled with less than 24 hours notice an additional fee of NZ$330 (excluding GST) will be charged. Growth Coaching International 2014

10 10 United Kingdom Phases 1,2 and 3 Includes all training and contact hours, all meals at the 4 workshop days as well as GCI coaching manual, inserts, workbook, and Leadership Coaching Guide. PLUS Assessment tool (Optional) Fee varies according to tool of choice selected by participant ranging from 60 ex VAT through to 300 ex VAT. Phases 1,2 and 3 Standard Rate Payment 2 weeks prior to programme commencement. Note: GBP 1,000 ex VAT Participants will also cover their own costs for telephone connections associated with Phase 2 coaching practice and mentoring discussions. Phase 4 (Optional) 1. GCI Standard Accreditation Pathway GBP 1,000 ex VAT 6 one-on-one 1 hour telephone coaching sessions Plus much more (see page 7 for details). These fees also include marking of coaching assignments and feedback. 2. GCI Accreditation Plus Pathway GBP 1,200 ex VAT 7 one-on-one 1 hour telephone coaching sessions Includes Option 1 as above Plus feedback on UEL application. 3. Skill Sharpening Pathway GBP 325 ex VAT Note: 3 one-on-one 40 minute telephone coaching sessions. This option does not lead to GCI accreditation. Participants will also cover their own costs for telephone connections associated with Phase 4 coaching practice and mentoring discussions Coaching session dates and times will be mutually arranged Where a coaching appointment is cancelled with less than 24 hours notice an additional fee of 160 (excluding VAT) will be charged.

11 11 If you are interested in doing the programme: If I m interested in doing the programme, what do I do next? Participants are required to make formal application to attend the programme by completing the two page registration form at the end of the prospectus. We will then provide you with details on workshop times and location Contact us to talk about the programme in more detail if you prefer. Then Undertake recommended readings prior to the programme which will be outlined after you have secured your place Start thinking about a suitable colleague, direct report or other person that you might be able to coach during the programme for practice purposes. Programme & Location Dates 2015 Location Phase 1 Phase 3 Sydney CBD 5 6 August November 2015 Parramatta May August 2015 Melbourne March June July October 2015 Canberra 3 4 March May January March 2015 Perth May August August October 2015 Adelaide August November 2015 Alice Springs April August 2015 Darwin April August March May 2015 Brisbane 4 5 June August September November October November 2015 NZ Auckland 5 6 May August 2015 UK Glasgow October January 2016 Coventry June October 2015 Growth Coaching International 2014

12 12 GCI National Office Contact details Telephone (+61 2) Address PO Box 291, Chatswood NSW 2057 Australia Website GCI VIC Telephone (+61 3) Address Level 2, 82 Jolimont St, East Melbourne VIC 3002 Australia Website GCI WA/SA/NT Telephone (+61 8) Address PO Box 1455, West Leederville WA 6901 Australia Website QELi Telephone (+61 7) Facsimile (+61 7) Address GPO BOX 2510 Brisbane QLD 4001 Australia Website The Education Group Telephone (+64 9) Address PO Box Epsom Auckland New Zealand Website Growth Coaching United Kingdom Telephone (+44) Address The TechnoCentre, Coventry University Technology Park, Puma Way, Coventry CV1 2TT United Kingdom Website:

13 13 Registration Form Personal Details Please register online at our website: Alternatively, you can complete the registration form below and return with your deposit, which is non refundable, to Growth Coaching International. Programme Location/Date Location: Date: Personal details Title First name Surname Work Address Post Code Telephone (wk) Telephone (hm) Mobile Facsimile Current Occupation Employer Organisation Qualifications The minimum entry requirements into this programme are: Aspiring Leaders Previous managerial or leadership experience with small or large teams or project Presently in a role in an educational organisation (including school, university, TAFE, related Head Office roles or other private or government educational institution) or Not for profit organisation. Please outline briefly your professional background and experiences that would contribute to your coaching development: Please outline your purposes for undertaking this programme: Growth Coaching International 2014

14 14 Registration Form Personal Details Australia Please indicate the programme and phases you wish to undertake and your preferred method of payment. All programmes conducted in Australia attract 10% GST. Payment options Phases 1, 2 and 3 Standard Rate (payment due 2 weeks prior to course commencement) Phase 4 (optional) GCI Standard Accreditation Pathway (payment due prior to the commencement of coaching) GCI Accreditation Plus Pathway (payment due prior to the commencement of coaching) Skill Sharpening Pathway (payment due prior to the commencement of coaching) $1,995 + GST = AUD$2,195 $1,900 + GST = AUD$2,090 $2,200 + GST = AUD$2,420 $600 + GST = AUD$660 Please note: All telephone costs in Phase 2 and Phase 4 associated with telephone coaching sessions and mentor discussions will be additional to the stated fees and paid directly by participants. Further significant discounts are available for organisations who wish to run this programme in house. Participants are required to commit to the entire programme including attendance for the full day at all workshop days during Phases 1 and 3. If you think that your participation may clash with other commitments, it is strongly recommended to re-enrol into another programme, to ensure minimum disruption to other participants. In the event that a participant is unable to attend the entire programme and requests to attend alternate workshop day/s, an administration fee of AUD$200 (excluding GST) will be applicable. When a Phase 4 coaching appointment is cancelled with less than 24 hours notice an additional fee of AUD$300 (excluding GST) will be charged. Payment details Direct Deposit NSW/ACT/VIC/TAS Westpac Bank Growth Coaching International Pty Ltd - BSB: A/C: Direct Deposit WA/SA/NT Commonwealth Bank Growth Coaching - BSB: A/C: Cheque made payable to GROWTH COACHING INTERNATIONAL PTY LTD Credit Card (Payment by credit card will incur a 2% fee) Visa Mastercard Amount $ Card number Expiry Name on card Cardholder s signature Privacy statement: The information you supply on this form is needed by Growth Coaching International to manage your enrolment. GCI will also use the information to notify you of future programmes and offerings. If you do not wish to receive such information please tick this box. No personal information will be disclosed outside Growth Coaching International without your express consent, except where required by law. NSW/VIC/ACT/TAS Please return form to: Growth Coaching International ABN Telephone: (+61 2) info@growthcoaching.com.au Address: PO Box 291 Chatswood NSW 2057 Australia Website: WA/SA/NT Please return form to: Growth Coaching International ABN Telephone: (+61 2) wasant@growthcoaching.com.au Address: PO Box 1455 West Leederville WA 6901 Australia Website: QLD Please return form to: Queensland Education Leadership Institute (QELi) ABN Telephone: (+61 7) Facsimile (+61 7) info@qeli.qld.edu.au Address: GPO Box 2510 Brisbane QLD 4001 Australia Website:

15 15 Registration Form Personal Details New Zealand Please indicate the programme and phases you wish to undertake and your preferred method of payment. All programmes conducted in New Zealand attract 15% GST. Payment options Phases 1, 2 and 3 Standard Rate (payment due 2 weeks prior to course commencement) NZ$2,195 + GST = NZ$2,525 Phase 4 (optional) GCI Standard Accreditation Pathway (payment due prior to the commencement of coaching) GCI Accreditation Plus Pathway (payment due prior to the commencement of coaching) Skill Sharpening Pathway (payment due prior to the commencement of coaching) NZ$2,090 + GST = NZ$2,405 NZ$2,420 + GST = NZ$2,785 NZ$660 + GST = NZ$760 Please note: All telephone costs in Phase 2 and Phase 4 associated with telephone coaching sessions and mentor discussions will be additional to the stated fees and paid directly by participants. Further significant discounts are available for organisations who wish to run this programme in house. Participants need to commit to the entire programme especially attendance at all workshop days during Phase 1 and Phase 3. If you feel your participation may clash with other commitments, we strongly suggest re- enrolling into another programme to ensure minimum disruption to other participants. Payment details All payments should be made directly with The Education Group (details below). The Education Group will also issue invoices and receipts for all GCI programs held in New Zealand. Please return form to: The Education Group Ltd NZBH Telephone: (+64 9) admin@educationgroup.co.nz Address: P O Box Epsom Auckland New Zealand Website: GCI Privacy statement: The information you supply on this form is needed by Growth Coaching International to manage your enrolment. GCI will also use the information to notify you of future programs and offerings. If you do not wish to receive such information please tick this box. No personal information will be disclosed outside Growth Coaching International without your express consent, except where required by law. Growth Coaching International 2014

16 16 Registration Form Personal Details United Kingdom Please indicate the programme and phases you wish to undertake and your preferred method of payment. All programmes conducted in the United Kingdom attract 20% VAT. Payment options Phases 1, 2 and 3 Standard Rate (payment due 2 weeks prior to course commencement) GBP 1,000 + VAT = 1,200 Phase 4 (optional) GCI Standard Accreditation Pathway (payment due prior to the commencement of coaching) GCI Accreditation Plus Pathway (payment due prior to the commencement of coaching) Skill Sharpening Pathway (payment due prior to the commencement of coaching) GBP 1,000 + VAT = 1,200 GBP 1,200 + VAT = 1,440 GBP VAT = 390 Please note: All telephone costs in Phase 2 and Phase 4 associated with telephone coaching sessions and mentor discussions will be additional to the stated fees and paid directly by participants. Further significant discounts are available for organisations who wish to run this programme in house. Participants need to commit to the entire programme especially attendance at all workshop days during Phase 1 and Phase 3. If you feel your participation may clash with other commitments, we strongly suggest re- enrolling into another programme to ensure minimum disruption to other participants. Payment details Direct Deposit United Kingdom Bank: Lloyds Bank Branch: Business Banking BX1 1LT BIC: LOYDGB21033 IBAN: GB05LOYD Sort Code: A/C: A/C Name: Growth Coaching United Kingdom Limited Cheque made payable to GROWTH COACHING UNITED KINGDOM LIMITED GC UK Privacy statement: The information you supply on this form is needed by Growth Coaching International to manage your enrolment. GCI will also use the information to notify you of future programs and offerings. If you do not wish to receive such information please tick this box. No personal information will be disclosed outside Growth Coaching International without your express consent, except where required by law. Please return form to: Growth Coaching United Kingdom Company No: Telephone: (+44) info@growthcoachinguk.com Address: The TechnoCentre Coventry University Technology Park, Puma Way, Coventry CV1 2TT United Kingdom Website: